Southeast Asia’s role in the quest for a COVID-19 vaccine
mClinica charts ASEAN’s efforts to counter vaccine nationalism Facing huge healthcare costs and continued economic dislocation, Southeast Asian governments are scrambling to secure supplies of any future COVID-19 vaccine ahead of the ugly rush for the desperately needed serum. In the capitals of Southeast Asia, there is growing anxiety that they may be denied access […]
How dengue complicates Southeast Asia’s COVID-19 fight
Healthcare systems in the region face a two-front war Southeast Asia is experiencing high numbers of rainy season dengue fever cases. This comes at a time when the region is still combating a devastating coronavirus pandemic that has left healthcare systems reeling and local economies in deep recession. Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease […]
[APACMed Founders Series] Advancing Digital Oncology During Public Health Crisis
WEBINAR APACMed Founders Series Advancing digital oncology during public health crisis Tuesday, 21st July 2020 | 11.00am – 12.00pm SGT Organized by: Farouk Meralli CEO & Founder mClinica Pharmacy Solutions Increasing evidence suggests that cancer patients have an elevated risk of COVID-19 infections and higher mortality rates. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated technology adoption in […]
COVID-19: The path ahead for Southeast Asia’s pharmacy network
As the ASEAN economies loosen their coronavirus lockdowns, what is the outlook for COVID-19’s containment and the continued impact on the region’s pharmacy networks? mClinica Pharmacy Solutions can help pharmacists navigate the new post-coronavirus realities and support their migration to more online value add in the patient relationship through the use of apps such as […]
More mobile health solutions on the rise: Telemedicine
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every industry uniquely, but one challenge that has been felt universally is communication. Amid the lockdowns, communication has been put to the test and we have all begun to realize the value that technology can afford us. As the virus has ravaged communities, the healthcare industry has faced a need […]
6-month contract extension for the Malaysian pharmacy network
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant strain has been put on healthcare systems globally. With more hospitals overloaded, and rural communities underserved, the public is relying on the pharmacy network for more than just dispensing medication. As trusted frontline healthcare providers, pharmacy professionals have been working with other healthcare professionals in providing support for chronic […]
The pharmacy network speaks up about mental health
Disease management during a pandemic requires healthcare professionals to maintain access to care while managing the risk of infections. This has been achieved to varying degrees across Southeast Asia, however, amid the stress and confusion of shutdowns and social distancing, the pharmacy network is concerned for another looming health issue– mental health. The implications of […]
Improve medication adherence with digital patient assistance programs
If you have not heard of a patient assistance program (PAP), it is a program that works by subsidizing the cost of prescription medication so patients can purchase them at a lower cost. Patient assistance programs are a holistic support program that includes interventions such as disease education, refill reminders, cost benefits and clinical support […]
Digital patient assistance programs on the rise amid COVID-19
Patient engagement tools must not get overlooked amid the COVID-19 pandemic: Chronic health conditions still need attention and digital patient assistance programs can help. Across the globe tough decisions have been made in order to safeguard people. Whether it is called a lockdown, a movement control order, or a circuit breaker, few are immune from […]
How SwipeRx is helping pharmacists during COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, a significant strain is felt globally on healthcare systems. With more hospitals overloaded, and rural communities underserved, the public is relying more and more on pharmacy support. The pharmacy network is, of course, an essential service and it must remain open to serve communities. COVID-19 is not the only disease […]
